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Sex Criminals
128 pages
A hilarious, sexually frank romp through time, space, and the messy reality of what happens after the honeymoon phase ends.
What it feels like
Reading this graphic novel feels like a chaotic, laugh-out-loud exploration of modern intimacy wrapped in a sci-fi heist. The pace is brisk and energetic, bouncing between the high-stakes thrill of time-bending bank robberies and the vulnerable, often messy reality of a relationship exiting its honeymoon phase. It balances an irreverent, sexually frank tone with genuine emotional curiosity about what happens when the initial spark of lust begins to fade. The storytelling is punchy and playful, inviting readers to laugh at the absurdities of love and sex while navigating the complexities of sustaining a connection. It is perfect for readers who want a funny, unapologetic, and surprisingly heartfelt look at romance, intimacy, and breaking the rules.
- Mood
- energetic
- intimate
- chaotic
- absurdist
- Tone
- humorous
- irreverent
- playful
- frank
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- navigating intimacy · the fading honeymoon phase · sexual exploration · love and crime
- The writing
- Punchy, comedic dialogue paired with irreverent and visually dynamic storytelling.
- The arc
- Moves from the fading thrill of new lust into the complex, humorous reality of sustaining a romantic connection.
- Who it's for
- Readers looking for a funny, sexually frank graphic novel about the messy realities of relationships and time-bending heists.
Content notes
- explicit sexual content
- criminal activity
About the book
From forbiddenplanet.com: The second storyline from the Eisner-award winning Sex criminals finds the honeymoon to be over for Jon and Suzie. Once the thrill of new lust fades, where do you go? Come along and laff and love with Matt and Chip as they brimp back ceaselessly against the past.
Description from Open Library.
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